Counterfeiters
Counterfeiters

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Counterfeiters

2017
Movie
73 min
English

Filmmaker Bryce Hirschberg makes an auspicious directorial debut with this crime thriller centered around recent college graduate, Bridger (Hirschberg), and his desperate attempt to save his dying mother with the help of his friends, and his do-it-yourself method of counterfeiting money. Winner of 15 awards in over 20 international film festivals including Best Picture and Best Actor, COUNTERFEITERS takes you on a journey through Bridger, and his friends', final night of counterfeiting money before all hell breaks lose.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes63%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users70%
Director: Joachim TrierGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Oslo, a former child actor named Thomas finds himself entangled in a dangerous world of crime and counterfeiting after reconnecting with his estranged father. As he tries to navigate this illicit underworld, he becomes involved with a powerful crime boss and must confront his own past and the consequences of his choices. The film explores themes of family, betrayal, and the struggle for redemption in the face of overwhelming darkness.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Aksel Hennie. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and predictable. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating the dark tone and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and tense thriller elements.

  • Aksel Hennie delivers a compelling performance at the heart of the film.

  • Some found the narrative pacing and plot development to be uneven.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark and suspenseful nature, as well as the strong acting. Some viewers felt the plot could have been tighter, but the overall sentiment was positive regarding the thriller aspects.

Fun Fact

While marketed as a thriller, "Thelma" (original Norwegian title) was also interpreted by some critics as a veiled allegory for the coming-of-age experience and navigating societal expectations.

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